... Furthermore, various countries are launching technology support funds with the participation of governments and large banks. For instance, in Russia, the Center for Unmanned Systems is considering launching a fund of several billion rubles to invest in early-stage startups in autonomous systems and artificial intelligence. These initiatives show that, despite the concentration of capital among large VC firms, fresh money and expertise are flowing into the venture ecosystem to support the next generation of startups....

... and biotechnology. Sequoia Capital seeks to identify startups with scalability potential that can emerge as leaders in their sectors. Working with Early-Stage Companies Sequoia Capital is actively involved in seed rounds and Series A rounds, assisting early-stage startups. This allows the firm to secure advantageous positions in companies that are poised for rapid growth. Long-Term Partnership The firm seeks to establish long-term relationships with the companies in which it invests, supporting them throughout ...

... AI infrastructure – this deal was the largest of the year among corporate investments. Thinking Machines Lab: the new venture by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati received around $2 billion in seed funding (valuation ~$12 billion), setting a record for early-stage investments. Safe Superintelligence: the company co-founded by OpenAI's co-founder Ilya Sutskever raised $2 billion for safe AI research. Anduril Industries: the startup at the intersection of defense and AI technologies closed a Series G round at $2.5 billion, doubling its valuation to over $30 billion. These record investments confirm investors' eagerness to seize new technological waves. Venture funds are ready ...

... the startup is to enter the market. Portfolio Diversification One of the most effective ways to reduce risks is to diversify, that is, spread your investments across several startups. Even if one project fails, others can bring significant profits. Early-stage investing with limited investment In the early stages, startups can offer shares in the company at low prices, which allows the investor to invest small amounts. This reduces the level of risk, since the losses will be insignificant in case of failure. Concluding investor rights agreements It is important ...

... to invest in startups with high growth potential, despite the risks involved. However, they may require a significant stake in the company and involvement in management. Angel Investors. These are private investors who invest their personal funds in early-stage startups. Angel investors can provide not only capital but also experience, business connections, and guidance that can help the startup grow more quickly. Crowdfunding. Platforms such as Kickstarter or Boomstarter allow businesses to raise funds from ...